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I am a retired "young" lady and was diagnosed with MDS in June '09 found on blood work done by my family doctor because of fatigue. Diagnosed, bone marrow biopsy, port implanted and 1st round of Dacogen all in 1 week at Memorial Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC. After 3 months of blood transfusions, and platelets, my bloodwork was normal. I have continued to be stable with one week of treatments, 3 weeks off schedule ever since!! I am happy to say I feel perfectly healthy with no real complications!! I am happy that I can continue to enjoy retirement with my husband--outdoor activities; some travel short trips with my 29 year old daughter and walking every day with my chihuahua, Mercedes! What a shocker, tho, after being completely healthy for 61 years!